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Fugitive Arrested Hours After FBI's $1M Reward Offer

3/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Samuel Ramirez Jr., 33, was arrested in Culiacán, Mexico, within an hour of his addition to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list.
He is wanted for the May 2023 double homicide of Jessyca Hohn and Katie Duhnke in Federal Way, Washington.
The FBI increased the reward for his capture to $1 million on the day of listing.
Ramirez will be arraigned in King County Superior Court in about two weeks.

History

Historical Context

The FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list was established on March 14, 1950, following a discussion between J. Edgar Hoover and a news editor about capturing dangerous criminals. This initiative has successfully led to the apprehension of numerous fugitives, including Samuel Ramirez Jr., arrested in 2023 for a double homicide, demonstrating the list's ongoing role in enhancing public safety and justice.

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Story summary

Samuel Ramirez Jr., 33, was arrested in Culiacán, Mexico, within an hour of his addition to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list.
He is wanted for the May 2023 double homicide of Jessyca Hohn and Katie Duhnke in Federal Way, Washington.
The FBI increased the reward for his capture to $1 million on the day of listing.
Ramirez will be arraigned in King County Superior Court in about two weeks.

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